Mediterranean Steak Bites

Name: Mediterranean Steak Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 pounds sirloin (Cut into one inch cubes); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 shallots (finely minced); 1 lemon (juiced); 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley or curly parsley (finely minced); 2 garlic cloves (finely minced); 2 tablespoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Mediterranean Steak Bites make a delicious meal, grill the marinated chunks of beef steak and serve with a side salad and your favorite dipping sauce.

Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Total25 min
Makes4 servings
Calories384

Ingredients

4 servings

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds sirloin (Cut into one inch cubes)

For the Mediterranean marinade:

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 shallots (finely minced)
1 lemon (juiced)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley or curly parsley (finely minced)
2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method

1
In a large bowl, or a large Ziplock bag, add the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, shallots, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, sea salt and black pepper, and stir well to combine. Add the cubed steak into the large bowl and mix well until the seasoning is covering the steak.
2
Optional: You can save a small portion of the marinade to the side to use to brush on the steak bites as they grill.
3
Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until 2 hours.
4
Preheat the grill to 400 degrees F. Place either a grill safe pan or a cast iron skillet into the grill to warm up.
5
Add the 2 tablespoons olive oil to the cast iron skillet or grill pan. Add the cubed steak to the pan in an even layer. Use a basting brush to brush the remaining marinade on the steak.
6
Grill the steak for 3-4 minutes, then turn the steak over and grill another 3- 4 minutes or until the steak reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F on a meat thermometer. Remove from the grill and tent with foil for 5 minutes.
7
Garnish with fresh parsley, dill and serve with a tzatziki sauce or tahini yogurt sauce.

Notes

If time allows, I recommend marinating the beef for 2 hours as it will intensify the flavor of the marinade. Marinate in a food-safe plastic bag or in a non-reactive container such as glass or plastic. Turn or stir the beef occasionally to allow even exposure to the marinade. Add olive oil or non-stick cooking spray to the skillet or grill pan to stop the steak from sticking. Save a small portion of the marinade before adding it to the beef. You can brush this on the steak bites as they grill to add more flavor. Always allow time to rest the beef and allow the juices to be redistributed. This will ensure juicy and flavorful steak bites. I like to cover the finished steak bites with foil for 10 minutes to help lock in the flavor and juices.